Driving smoothly, ensuring fluids are topped up and regularly cleaning inside and out are all ways cars and vans can be preserved. Motoring experts from LeaseVan.co.uk have revealed six tips which will help vehicles last for longer:

Being less aggressive on the break and clutch pedals and ensuring tyre pressures and tread depths are correct will likely give your vehicle a longer lease of life.

 

These are LeaseVan.co.uk’s tips to keep your vehicle running for longer:

1. Regular check ups

Ensuring MOTs are up to date, regular services are adhered too and taking heed of the warning lights will mean that any potential problems will be dealt with quickly. This will help save you money and also stop any problems developing into something much more serious.

2. Drive smoothly

The smoother you’re driving, the kinder you’re being to your vehicle’s engine and you’ll therefore be helping it run for longer. jerky clutch changes will affect the mechanics in the engine, with aggressive pedal use resulting in higher fuel consumption and repair bills.

3. Clean regularly

A major problem for the exterior of any vehicle is rust. Regular washes will stop dirt corroding the paintwork. It also means that you will be regularly the exterior of the vehicle, meaning that if you do notice any bumps and scrapes, they can be dealt with swiftly.

4. Fluids

Fluids like oil and water keep the mechanics in the vehicle running smoothly and help ensure everything is well lubricated. By keeping these topped up it means that any potential problems, such as the engine seizing up, can be avoided. You should check oil, water and coolant levels weekly.

5. Tyres

An expensive part of the vehicle to replace, if tyres do wear too thin and cause a problem, the whole of the vehicle’s suspension could be broken, and in a worst-case scenario the vehicle could be written off. Tyre tread should be between 2mm and 3mm, and also ensure the pressure of each tyre is correct. You can find the right tyre pressures for your vehicle in its manual.

6. Weight

Carrying around a lot of stuff in the vehicle means you’re putting more pressure on it and it’s having to work harder. Try not to put items which you won’t be using into the back. Reducing the weights will also have an effect on the vehicle’s economy – which will help your bank account!

A spokesperson from LeaseVan.co.uk said: “When you’ve spent thousands of pounds of your hard earned cash on a vehicle, you’re going to want to make sure it’s well looked after so that it lasts as long as possible.

“All of these tips will help your vehicle last for longer and many also have the benefit of helping your fuel economy, which in turn will help your bank account.

“Being kinder to your vehicle will also mean you’re being kinder to other drivers, making the roads a safer place to be.”